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Ibrahim Sofiyullaha

Education: Biomedical Engineering, First Technical University, Ibadan (2024); FIJ Social Justice Training (2023); Google Digital Skills from Google News Initiative (2024).

Experience: Founder and Editor-in-Chief, campus journalism outfit (2019); Writer at Legit News (2023-present); Contributor at Sportskeeda (UK) and Motherly (US).

Awards: Ranked 9th best young writer in Africa by AIPS (2023); Coauthor of Julie, or Sylvia.

Ibrahim Sofiyullaha is a graduate of First Technical University, Ibadan. He was the founder and pioneer Editor-in-Chief of a fast-rising campus journalism outfit at his university. Ibrahim is a coauthor of the book Julie, or Sylvia, written in collaboration with two prominent Western authors. He was ranked as the 9th best young writer in Africa by the International Sports Press Association. Ibrahim has contributed insightful articles for major platforms, including Sportskeeda in the UK and Motherly in the United States. Email: ibrahim.sofiyullaha@corp.legit.ng

3094 articles published since 30 Nov 2023

Author's articles

US-based Nigerian graduate slams Donald Trump with lawsuit over revoked student visa

US-based Nigerian graduate slams Donald Trump with lawsuit over revoked student visa

Education

a year ago

NUPRC and Komolafe lauded for successful implementation of petroleum industry act

NUPRC and Komolafe lauded for successful implementation of petroleum industry act

Nigeria

a year ago

Police take action as 16-year-old boy caught carrying deadly firearm

Police take action as 16-year-old boy caught carrying deadly firearm

Nigeria

a year ago

Goodluck Jonathan strongly urged to join race against Tinubu in 2027 elections

Goodluck Jonathan strongly urged to join race against Tinubu in 2027 elections

Nigeria

a year ago

Tinubu urged to fire 'underperforming' defence minister due to worsening insecurity

Tinubu urged to fire 'underperforming' defence minister due to worsening insecurity

Nigeria

a year ago

Pope Francis: Why I joined global community in Vatican City, Peter Obi Speaks

Pope Francis: Why I joined global community in Vatican City, Peter Obi Speaks

Europe

a year ago

Ohanaeze shares actual reason Igbo youths hardly enroll into Nigerian Army

Ohanaeze shares actual reason Igbo youths hardly enroll into Nigerian Army

Nigeria

a year ago

Only 200 Southeast youths applied for the 2025 Army recruitment. Ohaneze blames marginalisation and mistrust in federal inclusion for the low turnout.

Drama as Osun man arrested for stealing cooking pot, "I needed money for my baby's naming ceremony"

Drama as Osun man arrested for stealing cooking pot, "I needed money for my baby's naming ceremony"

Nigeria

a year ago

Osun Amotekun parades repeat offender, others for theft and robbery in Osogbo; improved intelligence and public support aiding crime control in the state.

Govt takes action as over 26,000 Lagos public school students fail 2024 WASSCE

Govt takes action as over 26,000 Lagos public school students fail 2024 WASSCE

Nigeria

a year ago

Lagos state govt reacts as 26,000+ students fail 2024 WASSCE; launches digital Eko Learners’ Support Programme to boost public school exam success.

YabaTech student shot dead in suspected cult attack, Police make arrests

YabaTech student shot dead in suspected cult attack, Police make arrests

Nigeria

a year ago

YABATECH student shot dead in suspected cult clash; police arrest 7, recover ammunition. Cult violence surges across Lagos with multiple killings.

Federal university sacks senior lecturer for sexually harassing married student

Federal university sacks senior lecturer for sexually harassing married student

Education

a year ago

ATBU has dismissed senior lecturer Dr Usman Aliyu over sexual harassment of a married postgraduate student after internal probe confirms misconduct.

Nigerian governor gets ultimatum as new assembly leadership emerges

Nigerian governor gets ultimatum as new assembly leadership emerges

Nigeria

a year ago

Zamfara crisis deepens as lawmakers elect new Speaker; Save Zamfara Coalition demands Governor Lawal’s compliance or face legal, civil resistance.

Hisbah disperses misled crowd, dismantles fake holy muddy pool site in Kano

Hisbah disperses misled crowd, dismantles fake holy muddy pool site in Kano

Nigeria

a year ago

False claims of holy water in Kano mislead crowds; viral video sparks outrage as Hisbah dismantles site, warns against religious misinformation and exploitation.

Kano: “We knew he was a thief," Neighbour speaks as 20-year-old confessed to serial killings

Kano: “We knew he was a thief," Neighbour speaks as 20-year-old confessed to serial killings

Nigeria

a year ago

Kano’s 20-year-old Umar Auwalu confesses to multiple killings, shocking Wudil residents. He reportedly began crime at 8. Police launch full investigation.

Anambra: Hausa community sends key message to Soludo-led govt as election draws near

Anambra: Hausa community sends key message to Soludo-led govt as election draws near

Nigeria

a year ago

Hausa community in Nnewi urges Anambra government for recognition, INEC for polling unit, and seeks peaceful coexistence through inclusive governance.

Ibrahim Sofiyullaha